Diana Lynn

Sickman

Diana Lynn Sickman, age 70, of Fairmount, passed peacefully on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Seton Specialty Hospital in Indianapolis. Born on November 29, 1955, in Elwood to Travis and Nancy (Blanton) York, Diana's life was a testament to love, dedication, and compassion. A proud graduate of Madison Grant High School with the class of 1974. Diana found her soulmate in Steven E. Sickman, and together they shared over 39 cherished years of marriage—a true partnership built on mutual respect and abiding affection.

Diana poured her heart into her family and her work, running her own cleaning business for over three decades, where her meticulous care touched countless homes and businesses. Her gentle spirit and creativity shone in every quilt, hand-knitted piece, and craft she lovingly made, and her steadfast presence at the Tuesday Knitting Group at Knit and Pearl was a source of joy and inspiration to all for more than 30 years. A dedicated member of the Unity of Fairmount Extension Homemakers Club, Diana served as President, Treasurer, and Secretary, giving her time generously to numerous fundraising efforts—including the renowned nut fundraiser that provided scholarships for Madison Grant students.

Diana's warmth was perhaps most evident in her kitchen, where she was celebrated for her delicious snickerdoodle cookies, Christmas candies, and a variety of homemade breads. Her talents extended to canning, gardening, tending vibrant flower beds, playing cards, and excelling at the Grant County 4H Fair, where she earned many ribbons for her beautiful artificial flower arrangements, baked goods, and shadow boxes. Diana's greatest legacy is the love she poured into her family and her community. She possessed a caregiver’s heart—always selflessly seeking to uplift others, offering comfort, and nurturing those around her with kindness and grace.

Diana is survived by her husband, Steven Sickman of Fairmount; 2 sons, Jeremy (Mindy) Dauenhauer of Marion, and Adam (Heather) Dauenhauer of Marion; 3 grandchildren, Jacob Dauenhauer, Maranda Dauenhauer, and Emily Dauenhauer all of Marion; 3 sisters, Penny York of Muncie, Marla (Bill) Vardaman of Claypool, and Pamela (William) Couch of Merritt Island, FL; 2 sisters-in-law, Marsha (Terry) Mottweiler of Alexandria, and Charyl Eppley of Indianapolis; many nieces and nephews including, Heather (Kip) York-Petree of Indianapolis, Staci Vinson of Elwood, Devin (Trinity) York of Pendleton, Corby (Kevin) York of San Francisco, CA, Auston York of Muncie, and Josh Vardaman of Claypool; several beautiful great-nieces and nephews; and best and long-time friend, Tammy Layman.

Diana is preceded in death by her parents; step-mother, Alexandra York; 2 brothers, Dean York, and Travis “Allen” (Linda) York; infant sister, Lana Jo York; sister, Cynthia York; and nephew, Aaron York.

Diana’s family is having a celebration of life at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Grant Methodist Church 11018 S. 300 E., Fairmount, with Pastor Gina Krause officiating. A luncheon and time of fellowship will follow the memorial service on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Grant Methodist Church in Fairmount. A graveside burial will take place at 11:00 am on Thursday, November 19, 2026 at Elwood City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to the Unity of Fairmount to help raise money for college scholarships for Madison Grant students. Copher-Fesler-May Funeral Home in Elwood is honored to handle Diana’s arrangements. Online condolences and stories may be shared with the family at copherfeslermay.com.